: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)
Petts Hill Primary School, Northolt, UB5 4HB17 days remaining to apply
Job start date
22 April 2025
Closing date
2 December 2024 at 3pm
Date listed
12 November 2024
Job details
Job role
- SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time/term time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Main pay scale/UPS
Additional allowances
TLR2 (£5,000)
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Role: We are seeking a dynamic and passionate SENCO to join our vibrant school community. The ideal candidate will be creative, compassionate and courageous, with a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of our children. You will play a crucial role in leading our special educational needs provision, working closely with teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure that every child receives the support they need to succeed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement effective strategies for supporting students with special educational needs.
- Collaborate with teachers to create inclusive learning environments.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of students with SEN, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Foster strong relationships with parents and caregivers, ensuring open communication and partnership.
- Lead training and professional development for staff on SEN best practices.
What We’re Looking For:
- A qualified teacher with a strong understanding of special educational needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A creative thinker who can develop innovative solutions to challenges.
- A compassionate leader who is dedicated to the well-being of all students.
- A team player who is eager to contribute to our school community.
What the school offers its staff
About Us: At Petts Hill Primary School, we believe in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Our dedicated team is committed to providing high-quality education and support to all our children, ensuring that their unique needs are met.
Why Join Us?
At Petts Hill Primary School, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values creativity and compassion. We offer opportunities for professional development and a chance to make a real difference in the lives of our children.
Further details about the role
How to apply?
If you are ready to take on this rewarding role and be part of our community, please get in touch with Mrs Katherine Flewitt, the headteacher, via admin@pettshill.ealing.sch.uk. Visits to the school are essential. You are also welcome to phone the headteacher to ask any questions you may have. The application pack can be found at Petts Hill Primary School - Vacancies.
Please note we do not accept CVs, and these will not be shortlisted.
Deadline for applications: Monday 2nd December at 4pm. Interview date: either Friday 6th or Monday 9th December
The school is committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at:https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-checking-service-guidance–2
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. In line with KCSIE 2022 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presences.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to admin@pettshill.ealing.sch.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Petts Hill Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 259 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Petts Hill Primary School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- admin@pettshill.ealing.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0208 422 4095
We are a creative, compassionate & courageous learning community striving for excellence together.
A one-form entry school in Northolt: small but doing great things.
Arranging a visit to Petts Hill Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@pettshill.ealing.sch.uk.
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